20/08/2026
We are just one big sandpit and those who play together stay together! Meet the Centre Managers / Directors for the Country Universities Centres in Victoria, joined by affiliated body CEO Lou Conway.
At the end of a content rich, community development focussed conference, I have nothing but pride in my heart to be a part of the magic being woven for rural and regional students of all ages and study preferences in Victoria. My colleagues have decades of experience between them and I am blessed to be able to lean into their knowledge, wisdom, door opening capability and their belief in me.
Secondly, with Lou at our helm, I know the 'network of orange' throughout Eastern Australia and Norfolk Island will continue to do so many good things to enhance the lives and communities of people in rural locations. Her energy, activation, idea generation, commercial acumen and sensible holding to account is so welcome and so aligned with the people building community in community and location.
I leave this week's conference with even more directional energy that I arrived with. Watch out!
